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Windows 7: Printer search window does not appear

When you usually try to map a network printer, you go to: Devices & Printers --> Add printer --> Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer. At that point, usually a window should appear, where Windows is searching for printers automatically.
Well, I don't get that window. I get directly the attached window. Usually, you get to my attached window ONLY after you click "The printer that I want isn't listed".
Why is the usual window not appearing on my PC?

When you usually try to map a network printer, you go to: Devices & Printers --> Add printer --> Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer. At that point, usually a window should appear, where Windows is searching for printers automatically.
Well, I don't get that window. I get directly the attached window. Usually, you get to my attached window ONLY after you click "The printer that I want isn't listed".
Why is the usual window not appearing on my PC?

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